December
Nutrition is one of the few cancer risk factors you can control, and it is the easiest to improve. Enhance your overall health and reduce your risk of cancer and other chronic health conditions by making a few simple changes to your daily eating habits.
Enjoy a variety of plant foods such as vegetables, fruit, whole grains, and beans. They are a great source of vitamins, fiber, antioxidants, and phytonutrients (plant compounds with health-promoting properties). Antioxidants and phytonutrients provide many benefits, including protection from cell damage that can lead to cancer.
Limit consumption of high-fat, grilled, or cured meats. To minimize the potential unhealthy effects of grilling, try using a citrus-based marinade. Also, trim visible fat from meat.
Limit alcohol consumption. Drinking alcohol is a known risk factor for breast, liver, esophagus, and oral cancers.
Brochures available in the Cancer Learning Center
Books available in the Cancer Learning Center
Available for check-out from the Cancer Learning Center or view ordering information from Amazon.com.
For additional information, please visit the Huntsman Cancer Learning Center or call the Huntsman Cancer Information Service at 801-581-6365 or toll-free 1-888-424-2100.
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Introduction and General Resources
Other Cancer-Related Resources and Information
Nutrition
Coping and Financial Issues
Managing Symptoms and Treatment Side Effects
Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Did you know?
One serving of fruits or vegetables equals the following:
• 1 medium fruit or ½ cup of small or cut-up fruit
• ¾ cup of 100% fruit juice
• ¼ cup dried fruit
• ½ cup raw or cooked vegetables
• 1 cup raw leafy vegetable
• ½ cup cooked beans or peas
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